Kyaik-Khauk Paya

Myanmar (Burma)


Around 5 miles south of Thanlyin's centre is this gilded Mon-style stupa, similar in design to Shwedagon and said to contain two Buddha hairs delivered to the site by the great sage himself. There are panoramic views from its hilltop location.


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